Portret van Leopold Willem van Oostenrijk 1658 - 1677

This etching, created between 1658 and 1677 by Dutch artist Wallerant Vaillant, depicts Leopold Wilhelm of Austria, Archduke of Austria and Duke of Burgundy. The portrait is a striking example of 17th-century Dutch etching, characterized by its intricate detail and realistic depiction of the sitter. The image showcases the sitter's regal bearing and noble features, rendered with precision and nuance. The etching's oval frame adds a sense of formality and grandeur, further emphasizing the subject's high social standing. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Vaillant's skill as a portraitist and the cultural significance of etching in the Dutch Golden Age.